Stock Analysis on Net

Cisco Systems Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO)

$24.99

Price to Operating Profit (P/OP)
since 2005

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Calculation

Cisco Systems Inc., P/OP, long-term trends, calculation

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-07-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-07-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-07-30).

1 US$

2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.

3 Closing price as at the filing date of Cisco Systems Inc. Annual Report.

Share Price Trend Analysis
The share price exhibited notable fluctuations over the period analyzed. Starting at $18.17 in 2005, it generally increased with some volatility, peaking at $48.42 in 2019. This was followed by a decline to $40.95 in 2020, a strong recovery to $58.60 in 2021, and subsequent variability through to 2024, where it settled at $49.13. The overall trend indicated growth in market valuation, despite intermittent setbacks that reflect broader market or company-specific factors.
Operating Profit per Share (OPPS) Analysis
Operating profit per share showed a generally positive trajectory from $1.18 in 2005 to a high of $3.71 in 2023, representing a significant rise in operational profitability. There were minor fluctuations, such as a dip in 2009 to $1.26 and a decrease in 2024 to $3.05 after three years of steady growth, potentially indicating short-term operational challenges or investment impacts.
Price to Operating Profit Ratio (P/OP) Analysis
The P/OP ratio displayed variability throughout the years. It started at 15.37 in 2005, reaching a low point near 10.03 in 2012, suggesting undervaluation or improved operating profit relative to share price at that time. The ratio peaked at 22.64 in 2007 and again showed an uptrend from 2017 onwards, reaching 19.26 in 2021 before fluctuating between approximately 13 and 16 toward 2024. These variations demonstrate changes in market sentiment and valuation relative to operating profit, with periods of both premium and discount pricing.
Overall Observations
The data reflects a company exhibiting growth in both share price and operational profitability over the nearly two-decade span, despite several periods of volatility likely influenced by macroeconomic conditions and industry-specific factors. The increasing operating profit per share suggests effective management and operational efficiency improvements. Fluctuations in the P/OP ratio indicate changing investor perceptions about the risk and growth prospects of the company, aligning variably with the stronger fundamentals shown in rising operating profits.

Comparison to Competitors

Cisco Systems Inc., P/OP, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-07-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-07-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-07-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-07-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-07-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-07-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-07-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-07-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-07-30).